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CNC Setter Operators - Nights

Job Reference: RT5126cncn

Manufacturing and Production
Watford, Hertfordshire
£44000 - £52000 per annum
Permanent

CNC Setter / Operator - Night Shift (Monday - Thursday 5pm-5am). The role can be a miller or a turner, the role offers stable long term commitment. This is a state of the art factory that supply's the aerospace, defence, motorsport and other hi tech sectors. This is a hands-on setter/operator position (not a programming role), working on Heidenhain-controlled CNC milling machines (can cross training controls) to produce high-quality machined components to drawing specification.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and operate Heidenhain CNC milling machines on the night shift.

  • Define machine datum's and prove out new jobs.

  • Load programmes, set tooling and apply work/tool offsets accurately to meet required tolerances.

  • Edit machine offsets as needed to maintain part quality.

  • Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using calipers, micrometres and gauges.

  • Verify dimensions against engineering drawings and maintain machining tolerances.

  • Collaborate with inspectors to ensure all drawing and quality requirements are achieved.

  • Perform routine machine maintenance, preventive checks and basic troubleshooting.

  • Maintain accurate production and quality records; report any quality or equipment issues.

  • Manage material identification and control.

  • Work with team leaders to plan work efficiently and meet production schedules.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Experience in subcontract (subcon) CNC machining.

  • Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling machines, ideally with Heidenhain controls.

  • Comfortable with 3-axis CNC milling as a minimum (experience above 3-axis is an advantage).

  • Strong understanding of setting, tool offsets and workholding.

  • Competent in basic inspection techniques and use of measuring equipment (callipers, micrometres, gauges).

  • Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.

  • Good timekeeping, reliability and the ability to work independently on nights.

n.b. Premium rate overtime usually available on the Fridays. Other similar positions available with this client

This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.